Bring classic elegance and year-round structure to your garden with Ilex aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata', a stunning silver-margined Holly. This award-winning evergreen shrub is highly prized for its beautiful bicolour foliage; each dark green, spiny leaf is finished with a crisp, creamy-white border. In spring, new growth often emerges with a delicate pinkish tint, adding an extra layer of seasonal interest.
As a female variety, 'Argentea Marginata' produces a profusion of small white flowers in spring, followed by a spectacular display of bright red berries in autumn and winter (when a male pollinator is nearby). Not only is this shrub a visual masterpiece, but it is also a haven for wildlife, providing essential shelter and food for garden birds during the coldest months. Whether grown as a stand-alone specimen, a vibrant formal hedge, or used for traditional Christmas greenery, this Holly is a hardy and reliable garden staple.
Care Instructions:
Ilex 'Argentea Marginata' is incredibly hardy and versatile. It performs best in full sun or partial shade; while it will grow in deeper shade, the variegation is most vibrant when it receives plenty of light. It is adaptable to most soil types, provided they are well-drained. Once established, it requires very little maintenance. If you wish to maintain a specific shape or use it as a formal hedge, prune in late summer. Water regularly during the first growing season to ensure it establishes a strong root system.
TRPG charges for delivery depending on the shipment locations and weight of items.
1st class P&P to UK is £5.95
2nd class P&P to UK is £4.50
P&P for heavy items such as plant support will be charged at £8